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910 Oceanport Way
Oceanport, NJ 07757
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Oceanport operates under the Borough form of New Jersey municipal government. The Borough form is often referred to as a “weak mayor-strong council” form. The mayor retains all general law authority, presides over council meetings and can vote in the case of a tie. The mayor appoints, with the advice and consent of council, all subordinate officers of the municipality. The council is the legislative body of the Borough. All executive responsibilities not placed in the office of the Mayor by general law or the Borough law remain with the council.
The Borough Council is comprised of six members, elected by the public in partisan elections for three-year terms of office on a staggered schedule, with two seats coming up for election each year. All members have equal power and may vote on all issues. The Mayor is elected by the public in partisan elections for a four-year term of office.
The Borough Council is comprised of six members, elected by the public in partisan elections for three-year terms of office on a staggered schedule, with two seats coming up for election each year. All members have equal power and may vote on all issues. The Mayor is elected by the public in partisan elections for a four-year term of office.
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Mayor Thomas J. Tvrdik
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Mayor Tvrdik's Message
Fall 2025
Hello Oceanport!
I hope everyone had another great summer here in beautiful Oceanport. As we move into Fall, I’d like to share some exciting updates on the progress we’ve made across town—in our parks, infrastructure, development projects, and community spaces.
Infrastructure & Road Improvements
We’ve seen significant investment in our infrastructure this year. The water company is nearing completion of water service replacements throughout the Blackberry Bay neighborhood. Road restoration in this area is scheduled for Spring 2026, allowing proper time for ground settlement.
TRWRA is working at Sommers Boy Scout Park and plans on commencing with a 24-hour operation over a 30-day period in either January or February to complete the horizontal drilling under the river. I plan on hosting a town hall meeting with representatives from TRWRA and nearby residents that will be impacted during this work schedule.
Our 2025 Road Program is nearly complete. A special thank you goes out to the homeowners along Port Au Peck Avenue for their cooperation during sidewalk construction. These improvements will provide safe and accessible walkways for all residents.
Trinity Park – Phase 1 Complete
The first phase of Trinity Park has been completed! This includes:
• Removal of old tennis and makeshift basketball courts
• Conversion of that area into open space for future improvements
• Addition of a fitness gym
• Reduction of impervious coverage for better environmental impact
• Additional parking spaces
Potential Upcoming Improvements at Blackberry Bay Park
We’ve applied for a Monmouth County Open Space Grant that could cover up to 50% of the work proposed at Blackberry Bay Park. Planned upgrades include:
• Full replacement of tennis and basketball courts
• Renovation of baseball and softball fields
• New lighting and security cameras
• Lighting for the pickleball courts
Open Space Acquisition – A Major Win for Oceanport
We’re in the final stages of acquiring approximately 40 acres of open space across four parcels along Myrtle Avenue and Branchport/Shrewsbury Avenue. The closing is expected by the end of October.
Thanks to the Monmouth County Open Space Grant Program, the county will fund 75% of the purchase cost—leaving the Borough responsible for just under $285,000.
This land will be permanently protected as open space, with deed restrictions prohibiting development. In a time of rapid growth, this is a tremendous win for Oceanport’s future.
Fort Monmouth & Netflix Development
Development in the Fort Monmouth section of Oceanport is moving quickly.
• Phase 1 of the Riverwalk project is nearing completion and welcomes our new Oceanport businesses: Skinny Flowers Brewery, CKO Boxing, Playa Bowls, Synergy
Wellness & Medispa, Round Dough with a Hole, Nicol Squash, Stonefit, First Bank, Broadway Chicken, Black Belt America, and My Thai Massage & Wellness.
• Netflix is actively demolishing 88 buildings, starting in Eatontown and progressing into Oceanport.
Eatontown recently approved Phase 1B of the Netflix project, which includes:
• 8 soundstages
• Mill warehouse and office buildings
• Open space improvements
Netflix will appear before the Oceanport Planning/Zoning Board on October 28th to seek final approvals for the 400 Area, an 80-acre parcel along Oceanport
Avenue (approximately 50 acres developable). Most of
the existing structures will be demolished, with select
buildings repurposed as warehouse space and the rest
used as backlots.
This keeps Netflix on track to close the deal with FMERA
by year’s end.
Summer’s End Festival – A Huge Success
While Mother Nature delayed our Summer’s End Festival,
we made up for it with an incredible event on September 27th. This was one of the best celebrations we’ve had in years!
A huge thank you to:
• Council Liaison to Parks & Rec, William Deerin
Recreation Coordinator, Kelle Burrough
• Our amazing Parks & Rec Committee
• All the volunteers, first responders, and generous
donors and vendors.
Your efforts made the event truly memorable.
Mark Your Calendars
Don’t miss out on our upcoming community events!
SAVE THE DATES:
Trunk or Treat – Saturday, October 25th (rain date on October 26th) at Borough Hall from 2 to 4 PM
Veteran’s Day Ceremony – Tuesday November 11th at Borough Hall at 11:00 AM
2nd Annual Holiday Extravaganza & Christmas Tree Lighting
Saturday, November 29th (rain date Sunday, November
30th at Russel Hall (Fort Monmouth), 1000 Sanger
Avenue, beginning at 2:00 PM
Stay tuned for upcoming events celebrating America’s
250th Birthday!
Stay updated via:
• Social media
• The Oceanport Bulletin
• Our official Boro website
Wishing You a Safe & Happy Fall
Thank you for your continued support and love for our town. I look forward to seeing you around Oceanport this Fall.
Warm regards,
Thomas J Tvrdik
Mayor, Borough of Oceanport
Council President Patricia Cooper
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Committees:
Chairwoman, Planning and Development
Member, Public Safety
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Councilman Richard Gallo
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Councilman William Deerin
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Chairman, Parks and Recreation
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Member, Public Safety
Councilman Bryan Keeshen
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Chairman, Public Safety
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Councilman Michael O'Brien
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Chairman, Finance and Administration
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Councilwoman Kara Manna
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PUBLIC SAFETY:
Police, Fire, First Aid, OEM, Cable & Technology
FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION:
Finance, Administration, Capital Improvement, Insurance
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT:
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PUBLIC WORKS & ENGINEERING:
Building & Grounds, Public Works, Engineering, Sanitation, Recycling
PARKS & RECREATIONS:
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HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES:
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